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	I am using the MOP function on the 7 series drives and on my deceleration; the drive is following the speed pot instead of the deceleration time. Why is that? Posted Date: 02/28/2013 Answer: This Problem does not present itself very often. In nearly all MOP operation, connection is usually not used on terminals A1 and A2. The analog inputs can be used and, by default are used for speed limiting. When deceleration is done to the drive, the drive will follow the speed limit. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, A1000 Drive, E7 Drive, F7 Drive, G7 Drive, P1000 Drive, P7 Drive, V1000 Drive, V7 Drive, Z1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Troubleshooting Document Number: DRV-95BPS5 Published Date: 02/28/2013 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	02/28/2013
	I am replacing my V1000 with a GA500. How can I convert the parameters quickly? Posted Date: 09/27/2019 Answer: DriveWizard Industrial has a project conversion program that can quickly and easily convert your V1000 parameters for use in a GA500. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, GA500 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Product Launch, Drive Wizard, Programming, Parameters Document Number: INV-C51SA6 Published Date: 09/27/2019 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	09/27/2019
	I am replacing my P1000 with a FP605. How can I convert the parameters quickly? Posted Date: 04/07/2022 Answer: DriveWizard Industrial has a project conversion program that can quickly and easily convert your P1000 parameters for use in a FP605. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, FP605, P1000 Drive, DriveWizard Industrial Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Programming, Product Launch Document Number: INV-38UJ58 Published Date: 04/07/2022 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	04/07/2022
	I am beginning EtherCAT master development. What do I need to know in regards to the Yaskawa drive interface? Posted Date: 03/16/2015 Answer: Refer to the attached document or the text below. PRELIMINARY: - Start with Yaskawa.com SRV-E17E47. - Proceed with AN.MTN.01 “EtherCAT Master Architecture”. - Additional topics pertaining to EtherCAT master development are below: ESI File Usage: - By reading the Yaskawa ESI file, the Yaskawa drive’s manufacturer specific objects may be visible to be read and written (example: Yaskawa drive parameters). - For SGDV, if reading the ESI file, only 1 PDO map assignment per Sync Manager assignment is allowed (due to the “exclude” tag), when in fact 2 are possible if reading the PDO information from the EEPROM. - Therefore, the recommendation is to read the ESI file for CoE objects, and then read the EEPROM for the PDO info. Network Trace Tool: - Obtain a network trace tool if a Wireshark trace can provide useful information for development. - Product: Beckhoff ET2000. A nanosecond timestamp is added to the packet. - Search ethercat.org for additional information about Wireshark usage. Known Working EtherCAT Master For Comparison: - Refer to AN.MTN.03 “EtherCAT Servo Drive Quick Start Guide” for instructions to set up a known working EtherCAT Master for comparison for EtherCAT master development. COMMUNICATIONS: Enabling Distributed Clocks: - Some stack vendors distribute the Distributed Clock (DC) mechanism as a separate package (example: acontis). Yaskawa requires using DC when using Cyclic motion modes as indicated in AN.MTN.01. - The DC mechanism is possible to be implemented independent of using the DC mechanism package from the master stack vendor, but support from Yaskawa to implement a successful DC mechanism may be limited, as Yaskawa recommends obtaining the developed DC mechanism package from the master stack vendor. Implementation of the DC mechanism may require additional documentation from Yaskawa regarding ESC registers. This may be available upon request. - Refer to AN.MTN.01 for a process to determine usage and settings of DC. Supported EtherCAT Commands: - For SGDV, as mentioned in the Yaskawa EtherCAT drive’s user’s manual SIEPC72082904, the Yaskawa drive supports: APRD, FPRD, BRD, LRD, APWR, FPWR, BWR, LWR, ARMW, FRMW. - The Yaskawa drive does not support APRW, FPRW, BRW, LRW. EtherCAT State Machine: - The state transition diagram is available in the user’s manual (for SGDV, SIEPC72082904). However, one alarm, A.A12 “Synchronization Error” will cause the EtherCAT state to drop to Safe-Operational, as described in the Yaskawa EtherCAT drive’s user’s manual (for SGDV, SIEPC72082904). File Over EtherCAT (FoE): - The Yaskawa drive supports FoE. Therefore, implementing FoE in the master may be desirable to utilize future features of the Yaskawa drive that utilize FoE. ENI File: - When using a non-Beckhoff ENI file generator, and issues occur such as initialization failure, generate an ENI file using the Beckhoff EtherCAT Configuration Tool (ET9000), and re-test. - Example: The drive may need to be instructed to transition to INIT, even though the assumed first state is INIT. The ENI file generated by Beckhoff’s EtherCAT Configuration Tool (ET9000) include this. Attachments: 648KB Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGDV EtherCAT, Network-Comm-EtherCAT Topic/Sub Topic: Applications, Ask a Technical Question, Integration, Network Communications, Networks, Operation, Start Up Document Number: SRV-Y4P05Q Published Date: 03/16/2015 Related Files: EtherCAT Master Architecture Share \| Rate Rate this article :	03/16/2015
	I already have a Partner Account for www.yaskawa.com, can I use it for my Yaskawa Drive Cloud login? Posted Date: 08/03/2018 Answer: No. Yaskawa Drive Cloud accounts are unique and not associated with any other accounts you may have with www.yaskawa.com. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, DriveWizard Mobile Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Product Launch, Drive Software, Drive Wizard, Instructions Document Number: INV-ZAR49T Published Date: 08/03/2018 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	08/03/2018
	How to tune with a SigmaLogic? Posted Date: 02/15/2016 Answer: Please see the attached document illustrating steps to fully tune a SigmaLogic system. Attachments: 1.7MB Product Group/Line: SigmaLogic Software Package, Servo Products Topic/Sub Topic: Tuning, Ask a Technical Question Document Number: SRV-84EV75 Published Date: 02/15/2016 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	02/15/2016
	How to set up the Multi-turn Limit for an Infinite Axis with an Absolute Encoder Posted Date: 02/18/2009 Answer: Change Pn205 under the Absolute Encoder tab in the Configuration Tool (CT). See the attached .PDF file for full instructions. Attachments: 52KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MotionWorks IEC Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Programming, Software, Start Up - Installation, Troubleshooting Document Number: MTN-7N8UAE Published Date: 02/18/2009 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	02/18/2009
	How to program HOA for P7 drive? Posted Date: 07/17/2012 Answer: Pending on the digital operator you have you will not be able to use HOA in a P7 drive. JVOP-160 will not allow HOA function because there is no HAND or AUTO button. -Work around - wiring Cust would have to wire up terminal S5 and SN for Multi speed ref. This will toggle between D1-01 and A2. Analog ref would now be wired to A2 and AC. (Make sure S1 dip switch is set correctly according to H3-08) Set B1-01 =00 D1-01 = Desired speed H1-03 = 3 H1-04 = 4 H3-08 = 0 for 0-10vdc, 1 for 4-20ma H3-09 = 2 Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, P7 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Programming Document Number: DRV-8W4LSR Published Date: 07/17/2012 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/17/2012
	How to Import POU's in MotionWorks IEC? Posted Date: 04/28/2019 Answer: Please see the attached document for steps on importing POU's within MotionWorks IEC. Attachments: 184KB Product Group/Line: MP2000iec Series, Controllers, MP2300Siec, MP2310iec, MP2600iec, MP3200iec, MP3300iec, MP3300iec-RBT, MotionWorks IEC Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question Document Number: CNT-NMB840 Published Date: 04/28/2019 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	04/28/2019
	How to identify a G5 vs. G5+ AC drive. Posted Date: 06/20/2013 Answer: To make a positive identification of a G5 or G5+ drive find the main control PCB part number : The control PCB part number is labeled on the front of the control PCB. Remove the front cover of the G5. The control PCB is the same PCB to which the I/0 connections are made. The drive nameplate also indicates the SPEC of the Drive. (see attached) Attachments: 101KB Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, G5 GPD515 Drive, G5 Drive 600 Volt Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Parts or Replacement Document Number: DRV-5K3NQ7 Published Date: 06/20/2013 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	06/20/2013
	How to convert a MotionWorks IEC Version 2 Project into Version 3? Posted Date: 12/14/2020 Answer: Please see attached application note for detailed steps on converting a MotionWorks IEC Version 2 Project into Version 3. Attachments: 302KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MotionWorks IEC, MP2000iec Series, MP2300Siec, MP2310iec, MP2600iec, MP3200iec, MP3300iec Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Applications Document Number: CNT-T28IHH Published Date: 12/14/2020 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	12/14/2020
	How to convert a MotionWorks IEC Version 2 Library to MotionWorks IEC Version 3? Posted Date: 12/08/2015 Answer: Please see attached application note for converting MotionWorks IEC Version 2 Libraries to Version 3. Attachments: 305KB Product Group/Line: MP2000iec Series, Controllers, MotionWorks IEC, MP2300Siec, MP2310iec, MP2600iec, MP3200iec, MP3300iec Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Application Example, Applications Document Number: CNT-67A785 Published Date: 12/08/2015 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	12/08/2015
	How to change motor direction when rotating backwards? Posted Date: 10/30/2012 Answer: 1 - Swap any 2 motor leads. 2 - Use parameter parameter b1-14. Toggle between 0-standard or 1-switch phase order ***Note - Initializing drive will set b1-14 back to default of 0. b1-14 is only recommended as a test only. motor phasing should be changed physically with motor leads. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, A1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Adjustments, Applications, Motors, Operation, Options, Parameters, Programming, Service, Troubleshooting Document Number: DRV-8ZKKLJ Published Date: 10/30/2012 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	10/30/2012
	How to be in auto run on power up? Posted Date: 08/21/2012 Answer: Parameters that need to be set are S5-04=0 B1-17=1 Z1-06=1 *Note parameters S5-04 and B1-17 can only be accessed when digital operator is connected to the Drive. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, Z1000 Bypass Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Installation, Operation, Parameters, Programming, Starting - Stopping, Troubleshooting Document Number: DRV-8W4T6Y Published Date: 08/21/2012 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	08/21/2012
	How should the upper controller (or DeviceNet master) be programmed in order to establish motion at the NS300 Posted Date: 12/17/2001 Answer: The NS300 and NS500 require commands to be issued over the fieldbus network. The sequence of these commands as they are issued from the master does affect the response of the drive. In many cases, the A.95 command error warning will result if the sequence is not followed. This document contains flowcharts that can be used as an aid in writing the program in the master controller. The flowcharts describe a specific sequence of communications used to enable, position, or jog the servomotor. Attachments: 470KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, NS300 DeviceNet, NS500 Profibus Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Network Communications, Start Up - Installation, Troubleshooting Document Number: MNEN-5CJMJY Published Date: 12/17/2001 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	12/17/2001
	How should the Analog Input Module JAPMC-AN2300 be wired for voltage mode or current mode? Posted Date: 04/02/2016 Answer: For voltage inputs: terminals 3,16, and 14 should remain unconnected. This is true for the corresponding channels i.e. terminals 6,19,&17 remain unconnected on ch.2. Ground is connected the same for both Voltage and Current inputs. The maximum resolution can only be achieved using -10V to +10V. Attachments: 46KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, Yaskawa Remote IO Modules Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Applications, Wiring Document Number: CNT-3G7D49 Published Date: 04/02/2016 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	04/02/2016
	How should an SGDH amplifier be configured if controlled by an SVA-02? Posted Date: 12/22/2011 Answer: The SGDH amplifier can be configured in speed or torque control. In order to switch between the two modes, toggle an input (terminal 41 in the CN1 connector). The following are the parameters that must be set for this configuration: 1. SGDH: a.Control Method Selection: Pn000.1=9, Torque/Speed Control b.V-Ref Terminal Allocation: Pn002.1=1, using V-Ref as an external speed limit input. c.Proportional Control (/P-CON): Pn50A=Hx101, switching mode from terminal 41 2. SVA-02 side: a.Run Mode: OW00=H0002, Torque mode. b. Proportional Control Output: OB012=0 for torque control (=1 for speed control). c. Torque Reference and Speed Limits are set with OW1B and OW1C, respectively. Product Group/Line: Controllers, MP920 Machine Controller Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Instructions, Parameters Document Number: MTN-5WKNKA Published Date: 12/22/2011 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	12/22/2011
	How should an 8-byte message through Profibus be manipulated to achieve motion with an NS-500 Indexer? Posted Date: 07/13/2004 Answer: The purpose of this document is to describe in detail a systematic method for commanding motion through Profibus by manipulating the 8 byte data unit. Attachments: 111KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, NS500 Profibus Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Network Communications, Operation, Programming, Start Up - Installation Document Number: MNEN-5CJMQJ Published Date: 07/13/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/13/2004
	How much does DriveWizard Mobile and Yaskawa Drive Cloud cost? Posted Date: 08/03/2018 Answer: The DriveWizard^® Mobile App and Yaskawa Drive Cloud^TMservices are free of charge. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, DriveWizard Mobile Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Drive Software, Drive Wizard, Instructions, Product Launch Document Number: INV-26IJ83 Published Date: 08/03/2018 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	08/03/2018
	How many registers are there for each data type (bit, word, long, float), and how are the LONG and REAL data types referenced? Posted Date: 07/13/2004 Answer: There are 32768 global M-registers, addressed from 0 to 32767. All bit, word, long & floats exist in the same area. They are freely allocated as bit, word, long, or float by the programmer. The LONG and REAL data types are referenced as one word and the second word is implicitly used. For this reason, when specifying LONG and REAL, it is good practice to address them using even numbered registers. For example, ML00000, MF00002, ML00004. For more information regarding register allocation recommendations, please refer to this other FAQ LINK. Product Group/Line: Controllers, MotionWorks Software, MP920 Machine Controller, MP930 Machine Controller, MP940 Machine Controller Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Programming, Specifications Document Number: MNEN-5CJMKN Published Date: 07/13/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/13/2004

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